AI Content Policy for Editors
From Development to Disclosure
Register now for April 2025
Every editor, copywriter, and organization needs a policy document for working (or not working) with generative artificial intelligence.
Why?
Generative AI is becoming embedded in editing and word-processing software and fundamental platforms like Microsoft and Google. This prevalence means that AI literacy is no longer optional—it's necessary. All editors, from freelancers to in-house teams, will at some point encounter AI-assisted or -generated copy from a client or contributor—if they haven’t already. This isn’t something that should be dealt with on a case-by-case basis. Consistency, clarity, and disclosure are essential.
"AI Content Policy for Editors” addresses a critical need in the editorial industry for practical, ethical policies on generative AI.
An AI content policy documents decisions around the use of AI to ensure that editors and everyone they work with remain transparent and accountable. It’s a living document designed to adapt as technology and professional expectations change.
In this course, students learn to draft AI content policies that are practical, ethical, and specific to their work. In four 60-minute sessions, we cover usage, risk, accountability, transparency, and best practices, with ample time for feedback or discussion on students’ specific situations.
1: Self-Evaluation
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Identify goals and circumstances
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Assess risks, resources, and limitations
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Explore the three types of policy statement
2: Planning & Purpose
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Core components
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Real-life component examples
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Transparency and governance
3: Framework to Finish
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Practical structure
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Real-world policy examples
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Wins and fails
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Disclosures and citations
4: Future-Proofing
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Integrating policy and practice
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Tips for fostering an AI-aware culture
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Planning for adaptability
"It was great to dig deeper into how editors can craft (and help organizations craft) content guidelines around responsible AI usage. ... It's so useful to have both inspiration and guardrails for how AI usage can be effectively regulated in professional scenarios."
“This course provided exactly what I needed to begin drafting editorial guidelines on the use of AI for my company.”
“This is an important topic and one that is changing rapidly - so this course fills a big niche.”
“I just wanted to say thank you--this is all very important and very useful in my new job, and I'm looking forward to applying it.”
“Great information, very well thought out and presented! I enjoyed the presentation and lively group discussions.”